March weather forecast
Poultney, VT

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Weather in March

Spring starts to make an entrance in March. The snow begins to melt as the temperatures creep up from February's chill, making room for rainfall instead. While in most parts of the year rainfall in Poultney, Vermont is more evenly spread, March's 10.3 days of rain is distinctive. The amount of daylight noticeably increases, hinting at the lengthening day pattern characteristic of approaching spring. With the warmer days ahead, the thawing atmosphere of March subtly welcomes the bloom of nature.

Temperature

Poultney's weather in March presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in February to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Poultney, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

January through March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Poultney, in March, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.63" (143mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 32.28" (820mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Poultney, records 37.8°F (3.2°C), while the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January through March Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Poultney in March?

In Poultney, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Poultney, in March, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Poultney have in March?

In Poultney, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:18 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Poultney, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Poultney, VT

Average temperature in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Poultney, VT

Average pressure in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Poultney, VT

Average wind speed in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Poultney, VT

Average humidity in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Poultney, VT

Average rainfall in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Poultney, VT

Average rainfall days in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall days in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Poultney, VT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Poultney, VT

Average sunshine days in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Poultney, VT

Average UV index in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Poultney, VT

Average cloud cover in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Poultney, VT

Average visibility in March - Poultney, VT
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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